ForeFlight Setup & Tips

ForeFlight is the most popular EFB for Stratux users. Here’s how to get the most out of it.

Initial Connection

1. Power on Stratux, wait for solid green LED
2. On iPad, go to Settings → WiFi
3. Connect to stratux network (password on case label, usually “stratux”)
4. Open ForeFlight
5. Go to More → Devices
6. Stratux should appear as “Stratux” with green checkmarks

What you should see connected: - ✅ ADS-B Weather - ✅ ADS-B Traffic - ✅ GPS (if enabled) - ✅ AHRS (if equipped)

GPS Settings

Use Stratux GPS or iPad GPS?

To configure: 1. ForeFlight → More → Devices 2. Tap on Stratux 3. Toggle “Use as GPS source”

WiFi-Only iPad

If your iPad has no GPS (WiFi-only model), you must use Stratux GPS. Otherwise you have no position.

Synthetic Vision

ForeFlight’s synthetic vision works with Stratux AHRS. Requirements: - Stratux with AHRS installed - AHRS properly calibrated - ForeFlight Pro Plus or higher subscription

Enable: 1. ForeFlight → More → Settings 2. Scroll to “Synthetic Vision” 3. Enable

IMPORTANT: Synthetic vision is for situational awareness only. It is NOT certified for instrument flight. Keep your scan on real instruments.

Traffic Display Settings

Altitude Filter

ForeFlight shows traffic in a vertical “bubble”: - Default: ±3,500 feet around you - Adjustable in settings

If you’re seeing too much traffic, adjust the filter. If traffic seems to disappear, check you haven’t filtered it out.

“Hide Distant Traffic”

ForeFlight can hide traffic beyond a certain range. Check: 1. ForeFlight → More → Settings 2. Look for traffic display options

Weather Layers

Weather from Stratux shows in ForeFlight’s map layers: - NEXRAD — radar imagery - METARs — airport conditions (colored dots) - TFRs — temporary flight restrictions - PIREPs — pilot reports

Enable layers: 1. Tap the layer icon (stacked squares) on map 2. Toggle desired weather products

Remember: FIS-B weather only works at altitude. On the ground, layers may be empty.

Common Issues

“No GPS” in ForeFlight

1. Check Stratux shows GPS fix at http://192.168.10.1
2. Ensure “Use as GPS source” is enabled in ForeFlight Devices
3. Give GPS 1-2 minutes to acquire satellites after power-on

Traffic Shows Wrong Altitude

Known issue: ForeFlight sometimes uses pressure altitude instead of GPS altitude for ownship.

Fix: In Stratux settings (http://192.168.10.1), try toggling “ownship” settings or disable pressure altitude correction.

Ghost Aircraft Following Me

That’s TIS-B echoing your own aircraft. Filter your hex code in Stratux settings. See: TIS-B and Ghost Aircraft

Weather Stale or Missing

1. Confirm you’re at altitude (1000+ feet AGL)
2. Check 978 MHz reception at http://192.168.10.1
3. Verify weather layers are enabled in ForeFlight

AHRS Shows Red X

The red X means AHRS data is invalid. Causes: - Stratux moved during flight (recalibrate) - Extreme maneuvers - AHRS not calibrated after installation

Fix: Go to http://192.168.10.1 → AHRS → Set Level (aircraft must be wings level)

ForeFlight AHRS Calibration

ForeFlight has its own AHRS calibration in addition to Stratux’s: 1. ForeFlight → More → Devices 2. Tap Stratux 3. Find AHRS calibration option

Do both: calibrate in Stratux web UI AND in ForeFlight.

Offline Use

ForeFlight can receive traffic and weather from Stratux even without internet — the data comes directly via WiFi from the Stratux.

However, ForeFlight needs downloaded charts/plates for navigation. Always download your route area before flight.

Backup to iPad Cellular

If you have a cellular iPad, it has GPS built in. If Stratux fails: 1. Disconnect from Stratux WiFi 2. Connect to cellular or hotspot for weather 3. iPad GPS provides position

This gives you a fallback navigation capability.

ForeFlight + Stratux is a powerful combination. Take time to configure it properly and you’ll have excellent situational awareness.